How To Fix TU014 - Scheduled reading date &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Scheduled reading date &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2

What causes this issue?

The end of the billing period &V2& must be later than or the same as
the scheduled reading date &V1& of the meter reading unit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter an earlier scheduled reading date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU014 - Scheduled reading date &1 must be earlier than end of billing period &2 ?

  The SAP error message TU014 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduled reading date in relation to the end of the billing period. Specifically, the error states that the scheduled reading date must be earlier than the end of the billing period. This typically occurs in the context of utility billing or meter reading processes within SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The scheduled reading date you are trying to enter is set to a date that is equal to or later than the end date of the billing period.
  This can happen if the billing period has already been defined and the scheduled reading date does not comply with the expected timeline for meter readings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Scheduled Reading Date: Ensure that the date you are trying to enter for the scheduled reading is indeed earlier than the end of the billing period. You may need to adjust the date accordingly.
  
  
  Review the Billing Period: Verify the billing period settings in your SAP system. Make sure that the billing period is correctly defined and that the end date is accurate.
  
  
  Adjust the Reading Schedule: If necessary, modify the reading schedule to ensure that all scheduled readings fall within the appropriate timeframe relative to the billing period.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the billing period settings or how to adjust the scheduled reading, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the scheduled reading again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes related to meter reading or billing, such as EL31 (for entering meter readings) or EA00 (for billing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to scheduled readings and billing periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TU014 error and proceed with your meter reading or billing process in SAP.